What is the cheapest way to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach is to line 600 bus and bus which costs $20 - $40 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Golden Beach and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Golden Beach station to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Golden Beach and Rainbow Beach is 164 km. The road distance is 133.4 km.

How do I travel from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach without a car is to line 600 bus and bus which takes 3h 32m and costs $20 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Caloundra station.

Where does the Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Mooloolaba, River Esplanade station.

Can I drive from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach - 3 ways to travel via line 600 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 600 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Caloundra station to Mooloolaba, River Esplanadebus 600
2. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Rainbow Beachbus Au050 / ...
3h 32m
$21–36
Drive 133.4 km
1. Drive from Golden Beach to Rainbow Beachcar 133.4 km
2h 23m
$24–35
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Rainbow Beachbus Hervey Bay / ...
5h 9m
$36–66

Golden Beach to Rainbow Beach by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

5h 9mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.9 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Golden Beach, QLD, Australia and Rainbow Beach, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Caloundra station to Rainbow Beach via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade and Mooloolaba in around 3h 32m.

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